Diverse financial topics are covered by the personal finance blogs. You’ll find articles about helping teens manage money, what OAS is, how to protect yourself against the high cost of living and tracking your money in challenging times.
Gambling is an age-old pastime but recently has moved to a different platform. The federal government and the government of Ontario introduced new legislation regulating online casinos, sports betting and other types of gambling online. As of April 4, 2022,…
At one point or another, you’ve probably come out of a store or an appointment to see a parking ticket on your windshield. It’s never a good feeling, but it’s especially stressful if you can’t afford to pay. If you…
Owning your own business can be rewarding and challenging at the same time. Starting a business often comes with high costs, while running a business presents other issues, like unpredictable cash flow and needing more funds to expand. Business loans…
Let's talk about maximum rental increases in Ontario. If you rent or want to rent you’ll know rent prices have skyrocketed recently. Budget-busting rent increases mean more people are having to choose between paying their rent, paying their bills, or…
Borrowing money is getting more difficult with rising interest rates and growing economic instability. It is harder to meet the qualifications for personal loans or mortgages. It’s tempting to consider turning to family or friends when you can’t qualify for…
We all know that we should have a budget that tracks down our monthly expenses but when it comes to creating a budget, how can you create one that works with your income and expenses? A budget is there to…
Buying a home is a dream for many Canadians. However, the current lack of affordable housing, increasing mortgage rates, and high cost of living in Canada make saving for a down payment challenging. Fortunately, there are ways you can save…
Identity theft is rising in Canada, opening the door to many other types of fraud. Technology is developing rapidly, and so are the ways Canadians can be targets of cybercrime. The financial and emotional effects of online fraud and identity…
Spring is a fantastic time of year! The weather gets warmer, summer is on its way, and you get your income tax refund. So, what will you do with your tax refund? Well, you have lots of options. You can…
As Canada's population ages, the country is facing a looming financial crisis that doesn't garner as much attention as it deserves - the senior citizens debt crisis. Despite the common belief that seniors are financially secure, a significant portion of…
